Walmart+ vs Amazon Prime: Which One Is Right For You?
Shopping is becoming more digital and many people are turning to Amazon for day-to-day expenses. Another major retailer is doing its best to offer a convenient online shopping experience – Walmart. A few years ago, Walmart launched Walmart+, a membership program similar to Amazon Prime. While both subscriptions offer free same-day shipping on eligible orders, […]
How to request a line of credit extension with Chase
There are many good reasons to request a higher credit limit. Asking your card issuer to increase your credit limit can help reduce your overall credit usage or help you afford a large purchase that you plan to pay off over time (although of course we caution against increasing your line of credit to pay […]
How a college scorecard can help you choose the right college
Applying to college is one of the most exciting experiences you’ll ever have, but it can also be nerve-wracking and anxiety-inducing. After all, there are thousands of colleges and universities all over the country, and quite a few good ones. So how do you choose the right college for you? Well, a little secret: College […]
Best American Airlines Credit Cards of 2021
Citi is an advertising partner of CreditCards.com. If you’re a regular flyer with American Airlines, you may have noticed that the airline offers many co-branded credit cards with frequent in-flight announcements. However, out of all the cards available, which ones are the best American Airlines credit cards for you? We spoke to travel veterans about […]
Pre-Qualified vs. Pre-Approved: What’s the Difference? -CreditCards.com
You open your inbox to find it’s full of letters promising you’ve prequalified for a new, low-interest credit card. Or maybe these emails say that you are pre-approved for the latest bonus card from Chase, Discover or Citi. Is there a difference between pre-approval and pre-qualification? And does this mean that lenders will automatically approve […]
6 Credit Card Habits You Should Be Part of Your Routine
When used with planning and forethought, a credit card can become a truly valuable and useful financial tool in your arsenal. But if you get it wrong (which we all do from time to time), you risk hurting yourself financially. From a tainted credit score to nasty interest and fees, a lack of good credit […]
How to help your child build credit
All parents do their best to give their children a good start in life. To help them succeed financially, parents can help them build their credit history and good credit habits early on. “The best time to plant an apple tree was 20 years ago,” said Chaim Geller, financial advisor and personal finance expert at […]
College Student Tax Credits: How to Cut Costs and Get More Back
When you’re in college, taxes are probably one of the last things you think about. After all, why would you worry about taxes if you don’t have a full-time job, right? Well, here’s the thing… Even if you do not have substantial income to report, there may be tax credit or two that you could […]
Can I use a credit card on Venmo?
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Selling Music Like an NFT: What All Newbies Should Know
As an artist, you want as many people as possible to hear your music. With the advent of new technology, there are more ways than ever to distribute your music and reach a wider audience. One way to do this is to sell your music as NFTs. The likes of 3Lau, Kings of Leon, Jacques […]